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Pet Custody In Divorce | Who Gets The Pets?

Pet Custody In Divorce | Who Gets The Pets?

We Love Our Pets . . . 

According to the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), pet ownership in the U.S. has more than tripled from the 1970s. In 2012, 62 percent of American households had at least one pet. That same year, according to the American Pet Products Association, Americans spent more than $50 billion on their cherished cats, dogs, and other assorted animal companions.

During the last several years, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers surveyed divorce lawyers from many different states and found there are more and more pet custody issues cropping up in divorce court.

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9 Factors in Child Support in Ohio: What You Need To Know

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A CNN Money article reported that as of 2009, over $100 billion was owed in unpaid child support payments. For lower-income mothers receiving child support, the child support payments accounted for almost one-half of their total income.

When payments are not made by the other parent, mothers have no choice but to seek public assistance for themselves and their children. The problem has continued to grow as more parents never marry, separate or divorce and the need for child support increases.

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Protecting Your Money: Why Do You Need a Prenuptial Agreement if You Love Each Other?

Protecting Your Money: Why Do You Need a Prenuptial Agreement if You Love Each Other?

"Prenup" is typically a word that many couples avoid because of the negative stereotypes associated with prenuptial agreements.

While brides are focused on choosing a wedding gown, picking flowers, finding the perfect music and planning a perfect reception, grooms are busy planning a fantastic honeymoon that they will never forget.

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Divorce Myths That Can Hurt Your Future

Divorce Myths That Can Hurt Your Future

 

myth vs realityUnfortunately, most people base their knowledge of divorce on what they have seen in the movies or on television, what they have heard from friends or what they have read online.

The divorce scenarios in the movies and on television are fictional and dramatized for entertainment purposes. These stories are not based on the laws of any particular state, if based on any law at all.

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The Most Important Document in Your Divorce Case

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It's the most important document in your divorce case: the Balance Sheet. What is the Balance Sheet and how will it help you? This article is designed to make sure you understand how critical the Balance Sheet is when it comes to winning your divorce case.

The balance sheet focuses on valuing, distributing, and dividing all marital assets and liabilities.

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Jack's Law Office September Newsletter - Bullyism and Domestic Violence

Jack's Law Office September Newsletter - Bullyism and Domestic Violence



Bullyism and Domestic Violence: Education is the Answer Youth Sport is the vehicle for this much-needed education, and the NFL and MLB Should be a spo...

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Divorce and Comic Relief: Are Tall Men More Prone to Divorce? Seriously.

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According to a recent Huffington Post article, NYU sociologists suggest that a man’s height – yes, height! – might have an impact on his marital statu...

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Parents Going Thru Divorce: 7 Tips for Back-to-School Challenges of Youngsters

Parents Going Thru Divorce: 7 Tips for Back-to-School Challenges of Youngsters

Early September is symbolic of many things including the close of the summer season and, of course, kids going back to school. I bet you’ve seen the iconic school buses (or maybe even been stuck behind them).

You probably braved the back-to-school sales to stock up on supplies, new clothes, and all else that comes with the start of a new school year. That is the fun part. But what about the tough parts that you may remember as a child…

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Jack's Law Office September Newsletter




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WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU CAN'T PLAY 2 SPORTS AT A HIGH LEVEL IN HIGH SCHOOL? SPECIALIZATION IS OUT-CROSS TRAINING IS IN AT GRANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL, JUST ASK...

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Jack's Law Office August Newsletter

Jack's Law Office August Newsletter

WEDDING BELLS AND BLUE SKIES ON LAKE ERIE: A GLORIOUS DAY FOR PAM, JERRY AND EVERYONE IN ATTENDANCE!  Robin Williams: We Love You, Miss You and b...

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Jack's Law Office July Newsletter

Jack's Law Office July Newsletter
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LEBRON JUST WANTS TO GO HOME...3 CHEERS FOR CLEVELAND! JOY IN MUDVILLE ERUPTS! AND THE CROWD GOES WILD...COULD YOU IMAGINE... And if you don't like th...

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Who Keeps the House?

Who Keeps the House?

Who gets the house? A very complex question in most divorce cases. This question usually brings about a problem. Either both parties want to keep the ...

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My Husband and I are Getting Divorced, Do I Need to Go Out and Get a Job?

My Husband and I are Getting Divorced, Do I Need to Go Out and Get a Job?

Many women facing divorce have to come to a frustrating realization. They will probably have to get a job. If they are already working, they might hav...

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The best way to introduce your new significant other to your kids

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It is very important to not rush to introduce your new boyfriend or girlfriend to your kids. Even if your new significant other has kids, be patient w...

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13 Steps To Prepare You For Divorce Hearing

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Getting a divorce in Ohio? To get the best outcome, you must prepare. Here are 13 steps you should take to be ready for your divorce trial: 

13 Steps - Be Prepared!

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Seven Questions You Should Expect To Hear Upon Hiring an Divorce Attorney

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#1 What is your story? 

  • What happened between you and your spouse to put you in front of a divorce attorney?
  • What are your concerns, questions, and other issues that are keeping you up at night worrying? 
  • Your divorce attorney will need to know.

The important points the attorney will be looking for are when you were married, how long you have been married, what happened during the marriage, what did not happen during the marriage, your income and employment situation, the children and why you are in the situation you are in.

At Jack’s Law Office, we need to know your questions first.

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Delaware Juvenile Custody Visitation Forms Can Now Be Done Online

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Delaware Juvenile Court makes forms available for domestic relations cases. 

These custody, support and visitation cases take place when the parties are not married. If the parties are married the parties must go to Common Pleas Court Domestic Relations to deal with custody, support and visitation issues.

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Jack's Law Office March Newsletter

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LOVING THOSE BUS RIDES ...(written while riding the DU team bus-2 nights ago) The headlights of the Lakefront Lines bus steadily light the dark sky an...

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Gotta Have Heart: Jack's Law Office February Newsletter

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You Gotta Have Heart! One of the things that I always asked from my athletic teams was to give from the inside out from the heart. I even try to get t...

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Valentine's Day Newsletter

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As I look outside to one foot of snow, I wish a Happy Valentine's Day to all. Let's also take a sneak peek at the coming spring (that means baseball-e...

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